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A golden retriever dog, mindful of pet road safety, runs on a paved road next to a white arrow painted on the surface.

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How to Keep Your Pet Safe on NZ Roads

We teach children road safety as a normal part of growing up because it saves lives. While we can’t tell animals to stop and look

A brown and white boxer dog lies under a bed, looking up with its mouth open and tongue partially out, seeking comfort from the noise of fireworks outside.

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Guy Fawkes From A Vet’s Perspective

At the time of writing, there are only four days a year that you’re allowed to buy fireworks in New Zealand. That’s the lead up

A woman lies on a carpet using her laptop and exploring an AI pet app, while her golden retriever playfully rests its paw on her arm. Embrace the connection between pet technology and quality bonding moments.

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Pet Technology For the 2025 Pet Parent

Good, old-fashioned face-to-fur fun with your pet will never be beaten. But the evolution of everything AI and digital has given rise to pet apps

A small brown and tan stray animal walks alone on an empty paved road with dry grass on the side.

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What to Do if You Hit an Animal While Driving in NZ

What do you do if you hit an animal while driving? Even though it’s scary to consider it a possibility, you should always be prepared

A gray tabby cat closely observes a lit orange candle, its face illuminated by the candlelight—a reminder that some candles may be toxic to cats or harmful to pets.

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Still Using These? They’re More Harmful to Pets Than You’d Think

You’d think pet house candles, a bit of citronella, or even a salt lamp wouldn’t do much harm. They seem harmless enough. But turns out,

A dachshund dog sleeps with its head resting on a beige blanket, eyes closed and relaxed, showing how to keep your pet warm and cozy during the colder months.

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How to Keep Your Pet Warm When it’s Cold

Whether or not they show it, pets are sensitive to colder weather. We know you want yours to stay healthy and cosy, so we’ve put

A person enjoys a pack walk, managing five dogs on leashes along a park path, with lush green grass and towering trees visible in the background.

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Dog Walking: How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

Should you be allowed to walk as many dogs as you like at once? Many say no. Auckland and Christchurch City Council are in the

A dog lies on the floor after getting a bad tummy ache because chocolate is toxic to dogs and it has eaten some without its owner realising

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How Much Chocolate Is Dangerous To Dogs?

Can dogs eat chocolate? Most people know they can’t, but how much chocolate is dangerous for dogs? If your German Shepherd happened to gobble up

Alpine's Story unfolds as a black cat with mesmerizing green eyes sits indoors, facing the camera. The window and blinds in the background cast soft shadows, hinting at adventures untold.

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A Run-In With Gutter Cleaner: Here’s Alpine’s Story

Realising your pet may have swallowed something harmful is really scary. This is what happened to Lizzie and her cat Alpine a couple of months

Amidst the summer heat, a black and white dog with a blue inflatable ring around its neck sits on a sandy beach next to a pink ring, a rubber duck, and yellow flippers—perfect symbols of pet safety in summer fun.

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Summer Safety Rules Every Pet Parent Should Know

When it comes to pet safety in the summer, a little preparation can make all the difference. Whether you’re worried about dogs in summer heat

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